$16/hour
52315 Eisenhower Dr, La Quinta, CA 92253, USA
New Italian Restaurant located in La Quinta is looking to hire new team members to join our serving staff. The Server is primarily responsible for delivering hospitality and extraordinary service to guests dining in the restaurant and ensure our customers look forward to coming back. This position is also responsible for cleanliness and safety of the dining and employee areas of the property. EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION AND SKILLS REQUIRED: -High school diploma or equivalent preferred. -Minimum of 2 years server experience in a fast paced environment -Able to read, write and communicate effectively. -Food Handler Certification and Alcohol Server Certification -Must speak English fluently and be able to write in basic English. -Must be 21 years of age ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Position responsibilities include, but may not be limited to the following: -Prepares the tables, laying out napkins and utensils, making sure the condiments are refilled, performing all other preparation tasks. -Staying updated on current menu choices, specialties and menu deviations, knowing if the kitchen staff is running out of any items…etc. -Handle the table bookings, direct customers to their tables, presenting menus, suggesting dishes, assisting in drink selection, informing customers about food preparation details, communicating specific customer needs to the cooks. -Maintaining proper dining experience, delivering items, fulfilling customer needs, offering desserts and drinks, removing courses, replenishing utensils, refilling glasses. -Prepare mixed cocktails for service to your customers table. -Properly open and pour wine at the tableside. Obtaining revenues, issuing receipts, accepting payments, returning the change. -Performing basic cleaning tasks as needed or directed by supervisor. -Filling in for absent staff as needed. -Greet all guests warmly with an appropriate greeting. -Adhere to grooming and appearance standards consistently.